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Boys Reversible Vests Recalled by Bon-Ton Stores Due to Choking Hazard

Recall 09-079 · December 30, 2008 · Bon-Ton Stores

What to doConsumers should immediately take these vests away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
09-079 (CPSC)
Recall date
December 30, 2008
Brand
Bon-Ton Stores
Category
Clothing and accessories
Products
Boy's Reversible Vests
Hazard
Choking Hazard
Hazard type
Choking and ingestion
Units
About 5,000
Made in
India
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves the "Ruff Hewn" reversible vests for boys sold in toddler (style # F821235) and 4 through 7 sizes (style # F841235). The vests are brown and reverse to a camouflage print. "Ruff Hewn" is printed on the tag found in the left pocket of the brown side and on the price tag. The style number is printed on the price tag.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Boy's Reversible Vests · About 5,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Bon-Ton, Bergner's, Boston Store, Elder-Beerman, Herberger's, Younkers, and Carson Pirie Scott stores nationwide and Parisian in the Detroit area from July 2008 through November 2008 for about $30.; The Bon-Ton Department Stores Inc., of York, Pa..

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Bon-Ton toll-free at (866)798-2875 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.bonton.com

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 136 recalls in the clothing and accessories category, 19 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Boy's Reversible Vests (About 5,000 units). This recall involves the "Ruff Hewn" reversible vests for boys sold in toddler (style # F821235) and 4 through 7 sizes (style # F841235).

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Choking Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately take these vests away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.